Scarlett owners just got a free DAW upgrade
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14.04.2026

Scarlett owners just got a free DAW upgrade

Cubase LE Scarlett
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Focusrite has bundled Cubase LE with all Scarlett audio interfaces, giving registered owners free access to a capable, production-ready DAW built on the same foundations as Cubase Pro.

As if the Focusrite Scarlett needed another reason to be the go-to recommendation for anyone starting out creating music, registered owners can now download Cubase LE at no extra cost.

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The Scarlett range has long been one of the most popular entry points into home recording — praised for its straightforward setup, solid preamps and reliable performance across the range. Whether you’re on a Solo, 2i2 or one of the larger interfaces, the addition of a bundled DAW makes the package even harder to look past for beginners.

Built on the same core technologies as Cubase Pro, Cubase LE is a fully functional DAW ready for songwriting and production projects. You’re looking at up to 16 audio tracks, eight instrument tracks and 24 MIDI tracks for external instruments, a solid foundation for getting ideas recorded, arranged and finished. For anyone who’s been getting by on a free or limited DAW, it’s a worthwhile step up, and for those just getting started, it removes one more barrier between them and making music.

Cubase LE is particularly well suited to singer-songwriters, bedroom producers and anyone learning the ropes of music production. The workflow is approachable and intuitive, and because it shares its foundations with Cubase Pro, there’s a clear upgrade path if your needs grow over time.

To access the download, log in to your Focusrite account, make sure your Scarlett interface is registered and follow the instructions from there.

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